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Arts & Entertainment

6th Annual Shoreline Jewish Festival

Come to the Guilford Green and enjoy great music for all ages including 8th Day, The What's Up Band and the Klezmen.

Kosher Food, Jewish Book Sale, Local Artists featuring Judaica & Jewish Art, Crafts and inflatable amusements for Kids, Info Fair of Jewish Groups & Organizations.

Admission and Entertainment FREE, Food, Crafts, Judaica, Books for sale.

Primary Sponsor: Boris Mizhen 
Sponsors: Cherry Hill Construction, Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven, Guilford Savings Bank and ABC Printing.

 

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12:00 -1:20 The “What’s Up Band 
The “What’s Up Band” is an all star lineup playing Jewish-American Rock N’ Roll for the entire family. The band members include Jeff Richter a.k.a. Bobby DooWah, one of the most popular children’s entertainers in New York, David Backer, musical director, producer and recording artist, and songwriter Jonathan Cahr known for his popular compositions world over. Combined their talents and experience makes a dynamic, captivating concert for all ages. They dedicate themselves to using their musical talents to inspire and unite with songs of peace and hope.www.whatsupband.net

1:30-3:30 8th Day 
8th Day is quickly becoming one of Jewish Music's hottest new bands. Brothers Shmuli and Bentzi Marcus combine folk, rock, soul and blues into a seamless blend. 8th Day’s fresh and unique sound is enhanced by catchy lyrics (mostly English with some Hebrew and Yiddish mixed in) and spirited vocal harmonies. Their mega hit "Ya'alili" was one of YouTube’s top Jewish videos. 8th Day has performed across the globe, including Lincoln Center (NYC), American Airlines Arena in Miami, Universal Studios Citywalk in Hollywood, Hong Kong, Montreal, and South Carolina. Visit www.my8thday.com for more info.

3:45-5:30 The Klezmen 
The Klezmen are a four-piece band from West Hartford specializing in klezmer music and popular Jewish favorites. Joel and his talented musicians play a rich and lively mix of music that laughs and cries, dances, soars and dives to reach the hearts and souls of his audiences.

Joel Schlank (trumpet), Keith Cooper (keyboard), Lievue Pop (drums) and Ed Friedman (Clarinet).

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